The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in Newark, NJ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 722 doctor with experience in Melanoma near Newark, NJ. Of these, 546 are Experienced, 121 are Advanced, 33 are Distinguished and 14 are Elite.

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    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Office

    222 E 41st St Fl 16, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Polsky is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Polsky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Melasma, and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Postow is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Postow is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Sinus Cancer, and Liver Embolization.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Nyu

    240 E 38th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janice Mehnert is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Mehnert is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Tissue Biopsy.

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    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Shoushtari is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Shoushtari is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Shoushtari is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Coit is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Coit is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Gastrectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Coit is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edmund Bartlett is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Bartlett is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Bartlett is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    Surgical Oncology - Upper East Side

    425 E 61st St Fl 10, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Russell Berman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Berman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Infantile Myofibromatosis, Desmoid Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Berman is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Cutaneous Oncology And Melanoma Program

    1305 York Ave Fl 12, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jedd Wolchok is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Wolchok is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Anal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Wolchok is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Cutaneous Oncology And Melanoma Program

    1305 York Ave Fl 12, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Pavlick is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Pavlick is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Bone Tumor, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Pavlick is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Cutaneous Oncology And Melanoma Program

    1305 York Ave Fl 12, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Chapman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Chapman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Melanoma of the Eye, and Liver Embolization.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Barker is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Barker is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Barker is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Distinguished in Melanoma

    Adrian L. Connolly MD LLC

    101 Old Short Hills Rd Ste 503, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adrian Connolly is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Connolly is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Sunburn, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Distinguished in Melanoma

    Gynecologic Cancer And Pelvic Surgery

    101 Old Short Hills Road, Suite 400, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thad Denehy is an Oncologist practicing medicine in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Denehy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vulvar Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Hysterectomy, and Oophorectomy. Dr. Denehy is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Denehy is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charlotte Ariyan is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ariyan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Ariyan is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion

    160 E 53rd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Smithy is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Smithy is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Smithy is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    The Ruttenberg Treatment Center

    1470 Madison Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Friedlander is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Friedlander is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Multiple Myeloma, and Thyroidectomy.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery
    230 Sherman Avenue, Floor 2, 
    Glen Ridge, NJ 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammad Shafqat is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Glen Ridge, New Jersey. Dr. Shafqat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy, Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, Melanoma, and Nakajo-Nishimura Syndrome. Dr. Shafqat is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Shafqat is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology

    Atlantic Medical Group Hematology & Oncology At Summit

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Dennis Lowenthal has dedicated his career to caring for cancer patients, particularly those with lung cancer. He is the medical director of Medical Diagnostics Associates Hematology and Oncology, which is part of the Atlantic Medical Group. He also serves as medical director of Atlantic Health System’s Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Overlook Medical Center.Growing up in the Bronx, NY, Dr. Lowenthal attended the State University of New York at Buffalo where he graduated magna cum laude with a BA in biology. He earned his medical degree at Boston University School of Medicine, continued with a medical internship at the Cleveland Clinic, and returned to the Bronx to complete his medical residency and a hematology fellowship at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He subsequently completed a clinical Blood Bank Directors fellowship at the New York Blood Center and then went on to complete a medical oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center where he served as Chief Fellow and Special Clinical Fellow in AIDS-related malignancies.Dr. Lowenthal considers coming to Overlook Medical Center 32 years ago one of his best life decisions, working with his colleagues to help create the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Overlook Medical Center. He serves as chairman of the hospital’s Cancer Committee and Cancer Center Executive Committee, and has been the long-standing section chief for Hematology/Oncology. He is co-chairman of Thoracic Oncology and the Thoracic Tumor Board at Atlantic Health System and is the principal investigator for lung cancer clinical trials conducted at Overlook Medical Center – specifically, serving as the principal investigator for the first immunotherapy approved for the treatment of lung cancer. Dr. Lowenthal is a past recipient of Overlook’s Physician Excellence in Clinical Practice award and has been an associate professor of Clinical Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, and currently the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Lowenthal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Lowenthal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lowenthal is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Rigel Dermatology PLLC

    35 E 35th St Rm 208, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darrell Rigel is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Rigel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, and Melanoma.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Mason Avenue

    256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a Surgical Oncologist specializing in the care of tumors of the skin and soft tissue, as well as General Surgical Oncology and General Surgery. I am committed to providing the highest level of patient-centered, multidisciplinary care to all my patients. I am also a dedicated Surgical educator, training the next generations of Surgeons in providing high-level care to all of our patients. Dr. Brenner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Brenner is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

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    What is the definition of Melanoma?

    Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer and develops in cells (melanocytes) that make the pigment (melanin) for skin color.  Melanoma is characterized by an irregularly-shaped skin growth that can be a variety of colors, such as white, pink, red, brown, black, or blue, can develop from an existing mole that becomes cancerous, or can appear as a separate skin growth.  There are three subtypes of melanoma: 1) acral lentiginous melanoma, 2) juvenile melanoma, and 3) malignant lentigo melanoma. While melanoma more frequently appears on skin (cutaneous melanoma) that is occasionally exposed to the sun, this cancer can also appear in other areas of the body that have little or no exposure to the sun (acral lentiginious melanoma), such as the scalp, palms, genitals, toes, and soles of the feet (hidden melanoma). More rarely, melanoma can also form in the eyes (ocular melanoma) or inside the nose or throat. While melanoma can appear at any age, it occurs more frequently in older people between the ages of 50 and 70 (malignant lentigo melanoma); however, the rates of melanoma have been increasing over the last thirty years, as well as appearing more frequently in young adults. Juvenile melanoma can be either a cancerous or non-cancerous form of melanoma and usually occurs before puberty. Melanoma tumors are more commonly found on the back in men and on the legs in women. While melanoma more commonly affects the outer layer of skin (epidermis), as the cancer grows, involving more layers of skin, it can also spread to other parts of the body (metastasize). Melanoma is classified by the following stages: Stage 0 (Melanoma in situ) – In this stage of melanoma, abnormal cells that produce melanin (melanocytes) are present in the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) and may become cancerous and spread (metastasize). Stage I (IA & IB) – In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is no larger than 1 millimeter thick, with or without a break in the skin (IA), or the tumor is more than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IB). Stage II (IIA, IIB, & IIC) – In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is no larger than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, with a break in the skin, or the tumor is more than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IIA), or the tumor is more than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IIB), or the tumor is more than 4 millimeters thick, with a break in the skin (IIC). Stage III (IIIA, IIIB, IIIC, & IIID) - In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is not larger than 1 millimeter thick, with a break in the skin, or not larger than 2 millimeters, without a break in the skin, and the cancer has spread to multiple lymph nodes, or it is unknown where the primary cancer began, or the cancer is found in 1 lymph node, and there is tumor spread (metastases) on or under the skin, or the tumor is no larger than 1 millimeter thick, with a break in the skin, or not larger than 2 millimeters thick, without a break in the skin, and one of the following has also been found: 1) the cancer has spread to 1-to-3 lymph nodes, or there are microscopic tumors or tumor spread (metastasis) on or under the skin, or the tumor is larger than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, with a break in the skin, or larger than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin. Stage IV – In this stage melanoma, the cancer has spread (metastasized) to other parts of the body, such as distant lymph nodes, soft tissue, muscle, the brain, spinal cord, lung, liver, gastrointestinal tract, and bone, and the cancer may have spread far from the primary tumor.

    When should I see a Melanoma doctor near Newark, NJ?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Melanoma doctor near Newark, NJ?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Melanoma doctors near Newark, NJ?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Melanoma doctors near Newark, NJ?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Melanoma doctor near Newark, NJ?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Melanoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Melanoma doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Melanoma doctor near Newark, NJ?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Melanoma doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Melanoma doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Melanoma doctors near Newark, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Melanoma doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Melanoma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Melanoma doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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